Fire Chief's Briefing for June 2 through June 7, 2012

Here is a summary of Brentwood Fire and Rescue’s emergency responses for the period of June 2 through June 7, 2012.

We responded to 40 emergency calls for service.

These calls can be broken down into the following categories: 

Fire: 2

EMS/Rescue: 29

Hazardous Condition: 1

Good Intent: 3

False Call: 5

Here is an overview of significant events from this period’s activities: 

Saturday, June 2 at approximately 3:53 pm:

E1 responded to a report of a brush fire at the railroad crossing of Wilson Pike Cir. Upon arrival, crew members found 2 small brush fires on the north and south side of the crossing. Both were extinguished with a pressurized water can and a McCloud tool.  A third fire was found approximately one quarter mile north of the Wilson Pike Cir. crossing. 1" forestry line was used to extinguish this fire. A fourth fire was found several hundred feet north of the third fire and was also extinguished with 1" forestry line. After all fires were fully extinguished and no additional hazards were found, E1 was placed available and returned to quarters. It was later determined that a malfunctioning train car was dragging a wheel on the track which caused sparks to ignite brush on the sides of the tracks.

Saturday, June 2 at approximately 5:47 pm:

E1 responded to a reported fire involving several railroad ties.  E1 arrived in the area and spent several minutes searching for the correct location of the fire.  The fire was located south of the Wilson Pike Circle railroad crossing.  Upon arrival, E1 found several railroad ties on the side of the track involved in fire.  E1 pulled a 1" line and extinguished the fire.  No additional hazards were found, and E1 returned to quarters.

Sunday, June 3 at approximately 11:35 am:

E2 was dispatched on a medical call for a report of 1 PT experiencing chest pain. EMS and E2 arrived on scene simultaneously and found bystanders performing CPR on the PT. The PT was assessed, found to be unresponsive, pulseless and apneic. CPR was continued by crew members, and advanced life support was initiated to include oxygen therapy via bag valve mask, advanced airway management, defibrillation, intra-osseous fluid therapy and resuscitation drugs. After a second round of CPR and defibrillation, the PT was observed to be regaining spontaneous respirations and a pulse. The PT was moved to the waiting ambulance for emergency transport to an area hospital with one firefighter on board to provide additional care enroute.

Monday, June 4 at approximately 12:57 pm:

E3 was dispatched on a report of 1 PT with injuries from a fall. Upon arrival crew members found 1 PT seated in a chair with an obvious deformity to their right arm midway between the wrist and elbow. The injury was immobilized until EMS arrived on scene, at which time PT care was transferred and a vacuum splint was employed to secure the extremity in a position of comfort during transport to an area hospital.

Wednesday, June 6 at approximately 6:51 am:

E4 and R1 were dispatched on a report of a personal injury accident. Upon arrival, E4 found 1 vehicle off the roadway on its roof. The driver was the only occupant and denied any injuries, but was unable to remove themselves from the vehicle due to being upside down and held in place by their seat belt. Crew members stabilized the vehicle in place before removing the glass from a rear door, allowing the door to be opened and the occupant to be removed from the vehicle. After removal, the PT decided to be further evaluated at an area hospital and was therefore transported non-emergency.

Fire Chief's Briefing for May 27 through June 1, 2012

Here is a summary of Brentwood Fire and Rescue’s emergency responses for the period of May 27 through June 1, 2012.

We responded to 63 emergency calls for service.

These calls can be broken down into the following categories: 

Fire: 2

Rupture/Explosion: 1

EMS/Rescue: 38

Hazardous Condition: 6

Service Call: 5

Good Intent: 6

False Call: 5

Here is an overview of significant events from this period’s activities: 

Sunday, May 27 at approximately 9:20 am:

E2 was dispatched on a report of a small fire in a kitchen appliance. Upon arrival, crew members were met by the homeowner who stated that the fire was out, but wished to have the area inspected to ensure it had not spread. A toaster in the kitchen had malfunctioned and caught fire. The cabinets showed signs of flame impingement, but the fire had been contained to the toaster and had burned itself out before spreading. BFR members utilized the TIC to make certain the fire had not spread before assisting the homeowner with removing smoke from the kitchen. With no hazards found, E2 returned to quarters.

Monday, May 28 at approximately 10:10 am:

E4 was dispatched on a report of an animal problem. Upon arrival, the homeowner met crew members in the driveway and stated that they had seen a snake in their garage behind a box. E4 was able to locate two snakes approximately four foot long and remove them from the residence. A further check did not reveal any additional animals. The snakes were transported away from the neighborhood and released in a wooded area without further incident. With no other hazards found, E4 cleared the scene. 

Monday, May 28 at approximately 10:36 am:

E4 was dispatched on a report of a possible heat related injury. Upon arrival E4 found 1 PT lying on the floor of their home. Family members advised that the PT had been working in the yard, began to feel ill, and came inside to cool down. Baseline vitals were obtained, to include blood pressure, blood glucose level, pulse oximetry and attachment of the PT to a cardiac monitor. The cardiac monitor strongly indicated that the patient was having a heart attack. IV access was established, oxygen therapy was initiated and aspirin and nitroglycerin were administered. EMS arrived on scene, PT care was transferred, and the PT was loaded into the ambulance for emergency transport to an area hospital. 

Monday, May 28 at approximately 3:15 pm:

E1 responded to a brush fire on Wilson Pike circle across from Johnson Landscape.  Upon arrival, E1 found an approximately 15x3 area involved with a small amount of fire.  E1 extinguished the fire with a pressurized water can and McCloud tool.  A cigarette butt was found near the area burned.  The fire was completely extinguished and with no further hazards present, E1 cleared the scene and returned to quarters.

Monday, May 28 at approximately 6:46 pm:

E2 and R1 responded to a reported personal injury accident near the I65 exit ramp off Concord Road. Prior to arrival, E2 was notified by BPD units on scene that there was at least 1 PT entrapped in the vehicle. E2’s officer requested E4 to respond to provide additional manpower. E2 and R1 arrived to find one vehicle on its right side facing south. E4’s officer established Command and initiated extrication with E2 and R1. EMS and C3 arrived and Command was transferred to C3 with EMS taking patient care. E2, R1 and C3 cut the driver’s side pillars on the vehicle before making relief cuts at what was now the bottom of the vehicle. E4 arrived on scene to assist with vehicle stabilization and folding down the roof to allow access to the PT. One person was extricated while the reported driver, who was outside the vehicle and walking around, was packaged by a second EMS unit. Both EMS units transported emergency traffic to an area hospital. E4 and C3 were released from the scene while E2 remained with PD and TDOT to assist with further cleanup. Once all hazards were mitigated and the roadway was able to be opened up again, E2 cleared the scene and returned to quarters.

Friday, June 1 at approximately 3:32 pm:

E1 was dispatched for a report of a single vehicle crash involving a motorcycle. Upon arrival, E1 found one PT standing on the side of the roadway, complaining of no injuries. Upon assessing the PT, a deformity to their collarbone was noted. Initially, the driver of the motorcycle was resistive to the idea of being taken to the hospital for further evaluation, but was eventually convinced. The injury was stabilized, and due to the mechanism of injury, the PT was placed on a long spine board and full cervical immobilization precautions were taken. They were transported non-emergency to an area hospital for further treatment.

Fire Chief's Briefing for May 21 through May 26, 2012

Here is a summary of Brentwood Fire and Rescue’s emergency responses for the period of May 21 through May 26, 2012.

We responded to 51 emergency calls for service.

These calls can be broken down into the following categories:

Fire: 2

EMS/Rescue: 31

Service Call: 3

Good Intent: 7

False Call: 8

Here is an overview of significant events from this period’s activities:

Wednesday, May 23 at approximately 11:52 pm:

E2 was dispatched on a report of 1 PT unresponsive. Upon arrival crew members were met by family of the PT, who advised that they were unable to wake the PT, who was a known diabetic. The PT was found lying in bed, breathing and with a steady pulse. Vital signs were obtained, and the PT was determined to be in a hypoglycemic state. EMS arrived on scene, PT care was transferred, and E2 assisted EMS with establishing IV access and administering drugs to raise the PT’s blood glucose level. The PT was reassessed and found to have regained consciousness. After further stabilizing the PT, the PT signed a refusal of care (stating they did not wish to be transported to a hospital). All units went available and returned to quarters.

Friday, May 25 at approximately 1:01 am:

E2 was dispatched on a report of a dumpster fire. Crew members arrived on scene to find 1 dumpster with its contents on fire. Personnel connected to a hydrant and filled the dumpster with water. With the fire extinguished and no other hazards found, E2 returned to quarters.

Friday, May 25 at approximately 7:54 am:

E3 was dispatched on a report of a dumpster fire. Upon arrival, E3 deployed a 1 ¾” hoseline and emptied the contents of their water tank into the dumpster. In addition to the water, firefighting foam was employed to ensure total saturation and prevent a rekindle. Once the fire was extinguished, E3 cleared the scene and returned to quarters.

Saturday, May 26 at approximately 11:39 pm:

E3 was dispatched on a report of injuries from a fall. Upon arrival, crew members found 1 PT unresponsive at the bottom of an internal stairway. A rapid trauma assessment revealed that the PT had a head wound and was exhibiting symptoms of internal head injury. Crew members obtained baseline vitals, treated the areas of trauma, and packaged the PT in preparation for transport to an area hospital. EMS arrived on scene, PT care was transferred, and the PT was transported emergency traffic to an area hospital.

Fire Chief's Briefing for May 15 through May 20, 2012

Here is a summary of Brentwood Fire and Rescue’s emergency responses for the period of May 15 through May 20, 2012.  

We responded to 52 calls for service.

These calls can be broken down into the following categories:

Fire: 3

EMS/Rescue: 31

Hazardous Condition: 2

Service Call: 3

Good Intent: 5

False Call: 8

Here is an overview of significant events from this period’s activities.

Thursday, May 17 at approximately 6:30 pm:

All units were dispatched a reported residential structure fire.  Initial dispatch information indicated that a grill was on fire on the back deck of a residence.  Prior to BFR unit’s arrival, Dispatch communicated that the residents had extinguished the fire and no flames were visible.  C3 advised responding units to stage at their current location while E2 investigated.  Upon arrival E2 found that neighbors had discharged a dry chemical fire extinguisher to put out the fire.  E2 checked the structure for any further hazards.  Once it was determined that there were no further hazards all units returned to service. 

Friday, May 18 at approximately 8:32 pm:

E1 was dispatched to a medical call for a report of unresponsive but breathing person.  While en route E1 received updated information that the patient had stopped breathing and CPR was being performed by co-workers.  E1 arrived on scene and immediately began performing ALS procedures.  Patient was defibrillated using E1’s Lifepak 12 cardiac monitor/defibrillator.  EMS arrived on scene and also began providing ALS.  An artificial airway was put in place (intubation) and IV access was established.  Patient was immobilized and placed in the ambulance.  The patient was transported emergency traffic to a local hospital with one firefighter aboard to assist.  At the time of transport the patient had regained a pulse and had spontaneous respirations.  E1 returned to service and quarters. 

Saturday, May 19 at approximately 3:52 pm:

E3 and B1 were dispatched to an outside investigation.  Upon arrival, E3 found a homeowner burning a small amount of brush in their yard.  B1 was cancelled due to the size of the fire and the accessibility of the area.  Homeowner did not have a burn permit and E3 assisted the homeowner extinguish the fire.  E3 advised the homeowner of the burn policies in the City of Brentwood.  E3 returned to service and quarters. 

Saturday, May 19 at approximately 6:42 pm:

E1 dispatched to a reported dumpster fire at a construction site.  Upon arrival E1 found a dumpster with flames showing and two construction workers attempting to extinguish the fire with a garden hose.  E1 advanced a hose line to the dumpster and began applying a foam and water mixture to the inside of the dumpster.  Due to the large amount of trash on fire inside the dumpster a water supply was established by connecting to a fire hydrant and a larger nozzle was used to apply water to the fire.  Once a majority of the fire was extinguished, E1 opened the end of the dumpster and began removing some of the debris and soaking it down with the water and foam mixture to further extinguish any embers.  Once all hazards had been mitigated E1 returned to service. 

Fire Chief's Briefing for May 9 through May 14, 2012

Here is a summary of Brentwood Fire and Rescue’s emergency responses for the period of May 9 through May 14, 2012.

We responded to 48 emergency calls for service.

These calls can be broken down into the following categories:

Fire: 4

EMS/Rescue: 20

Hazardous Condition: 3

Service Call: 7

Good Intent: 5

False Call: 9

Here is an overview of significant events from this period’s activities:

Wednesday, May 9 at approximately 2:45 pm:

E2 was dispatched on a report of a of a vehicle fire.  Upon arrival, crew members found one vehicle near a structure with light smoke coming from the engine compartment.  Employees from the auto shop where the vehicle was located had discharged a dry chemical fire extinguisher into the vehicle’s engine and passenger compartments.  E2 crew members discharged 2 pressurized water cans into the vehicle to extinguish any further fire.  Part of the vehicle was disassembled to check for any fire extension and E2 crew members remained on scene to ensure that all fire had been completely extinguished.  Once all hazards had been mitigated E2 cleared the scene and returned to quarters. 

Thursday, May 10 at approximately 4:37 pm:

All units were dispatched to a reported residential structure fire.  Initial dispatch information indicated that the fire was located in the kitchen area of the home.  Upon arrival, E4 crew found a 2 story house with light smoke showing near the front of the home.  E4 crew met with the occupants of the residence and confirmed that all personnel had exited the structure.  The occupants indicated that the fire had started on the stove.  E4 crews entered the residence and found the oven and surrounding area to be on fire.  The fire was extinguished with a 1 ¾” hose line.  R1 arrived on the scene and assisted with further fire extinguishment.  E2 arrived on scene and shut off the utilities to the home in order to decrease the chance of any further fire spread.  The residence was then searched to confirm that no occupants or pets where still inside.  E3, L1 and E1 were canceled while on the way to the call due to the fact that the fire had been extinguished.  A positive pressure fan and smoke ejector were used to remove any remaining smoke from the residence.  This equipment remained in place until carbon monoxide levels in the house returned to a safe level.  Crews removed a microwave oven from the residence and checked for any remaining fire or “hot spots” using a thermal imaging camera.   Once all hazards had been mitigated the owners of the residence where informed of the damage and given assistance in determining the next steps to take.  All units cleared the scene and returned to quarters. 

Thursday, May 10 at approximately 6:54 pm:

E2 was dispatched on a report of a possible vehicle fire on I-65 south bound near Moores Lane.  Upon arrival E2 crew found a car on the side of the interstate with steam coming from the front grill of the vehicle.  E2 crew assessed the situation and found the engine of the vehicle had overheated due to a low coolant level and a radiator leak.  E2 crew assisted in cooling down the radiator by spraying it with pressurized water can.  The radiator was cooled down enough for the vehicle owner to add a gallon of coolant and continue on their commute home. 

Saturday, May 12 at approximately 2:14 pm:

E1 was dispatched to a report of an unresponsive patient.  E1 and L1 responded and upon arrival found the patient awake, alert and oriented but obviously lethargic.  Patient had stated that they had several episodes of feeling like they were going to faint.  Crews took the patients vitals and provided ALS including placing the patient on the heart monitor and starting an IV.  This care was maintained until EMS arrived and patient care was transferred to EMS crew.  All units cleared the scene and returned to quarters. 

Monday, May 14 at approximately 2:21 am:

All units were dispatched to a report of a structure fire.  The caller indicated that they heard an explosion and could see a fire down the hill from where they live.  Upon arrival E2 and R1 found no smoke or fire at the residence.  All other BFR units staged at a nearby location.  E2 crew met with caller and searched the area with assistance of BPD units.  E2 found a tree lying across a power line and a blown transformer in the back yard of the incident location.  Power had been cut off to two residences as a result.  E2 contacted the utility company and informed them of the situation.  Once all hazards had been mitigated, all units were cleared of the scene and returned to quarters.